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Off into the deep end

I've been lurking here for quite some time, gathering information from all the smart folks so that I could make the most informed decision possible when buying a new camera.

I've been going back and forth for weeks over what to buy.... Nikon, Canon, full frame, small sensor, etc. Then after learning that (as a beginner) my money would be better spent on lenses (instead of a camera body) while I learn, I spent more time researching lenses. Primes, zooms, L glass, EF-s mounts....

You get the picture.

Well today I just stopped worrying it and splurged. Rebel XTI body, EF 24-70 f/2.8 L, 70-200 f/4 IS, and the grip/battery (since I have big hands). B&H shipped everything today and tomorrow I should have my new toys.

I have been using an 8 MP camera Sony point and shoot for the past couple of years but as I've learned more about photography, I have really started to notice the limitations of the camera.

We have 3 cats, 2 dogs, and 2 kids so I will be taking a lot of pics around the house and in the yard. We also get a lot of wildlife walking around the property and I am hoping to get some good , up-close shots with the 70-200.

Anyway, thanks for sharing your knowledge with newbies like me, I hope that I can do the same for another noob in the future.

nice setup you have there. you're gonna love the new toys. if budget permits i would also grab a flashgun for indoor shots of the kids. those little buggers are too fast to nail effectively without one.

A new where's-the-light club member

Well, may I be the first to say: "Welcome to the world of high-priced imagery."

You and your wallet should become darn good friends in the coming years. I know I've squeezed mine pretty good ... acheiving better images through light collection.

A good rule is ... the lower the light ... the lighter your wallet.

Congratulations ... and get those shots.

Don Schap - BFA, Digital Photography A Photographer Is ForeverLook, I did not create the optical laws of the Universe ... I simply learned to deal with them.
Remember: It is usually the GLASS, not the camera (except for moving to Full Frame), that gives you the most improvement in your photography.flickr® & Sdi